Job Summary The Academic Advisor, under the general supervision of the Director of College of Business Center for Student Success, advises undergraduate students regarding COB’s academic requirements for successful completion of their degree as well as university academic requirements, policies, and procedures. The Academic Advisor provides critical support for programs and initiatives designed to strengthen the academic success and retention of COB’s undergraduate students.
Key Responsibilities - Independently advises undergraduate students about academic requirements - Evaluates and assesses student academic progress and makes appropriate recommendations regarding academic planning.
- Assists senior-level staff members with maintenance duties of existing programs - Updates presentations and advising materials, compile student data and create ad-hoc reports in support of the program.
- Assists senior-level staff members with training of new advisors - Presents existing COB training program to new advisors. Models effective advising practices.
- Serves as a COB referral source for other college and student group advising units, the Learning Assistance Center, Counseling and Psychological Services, Career Development Center, and other academic and student service offices on campus.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities The candidate has proven experience working with students, parents, faculty, and staff, and demonstrates proficiency in computer skills such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. They possess strong interpersonal skills, a professional demeanor, and the ability to be a team player. Additionally, they exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and the capacity to prioritize responsibilities and meet project deadlines. The candidate also showcases strong critical and creative thinking skills, sound decision-making, and objectivity. Flexibility to work evenings is also desired.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job-related field and two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas required.
Demonstrated experience in academic advising in a college/vocational setting, preferred.
Physical Summary - Sedentary work - Involves mainly sitting. Walking and standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects. (10 pounds or less).
Department COB Center for Student Success
Classification Student Services Professional II
Compensation Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.
CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $4,841 - $6,884 per month.
Benefits Excellent benefits through CalPERS (health, vision, dental), tuition fee waiver, generous vacation, and sick leave, and 14 paid holidays each year.
Time Base 1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.
Duration of Appointment This is a temporary position for 1 year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.
Application Procedures Click Apply Now to complete the CSULB Online Employment Application.
PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY. It is important that all sections of the on-line application are filled out completely and accurately. Please include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Additional Information The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).
California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.
Equal Employment Statement California State University Long Beach is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.
Accommodations We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu .
Out of State Employment Policy California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.
As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Advertised: Aug 31 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Sep 14 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
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